Lifeguard

South Sound YMCA • Olympia, WA

5d • $18 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

The Lifeguard supports the YMCA’s work as a nonprofit organization committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. This position protects patrons in and around the pool by preventing potential accidents through rule enforcement, maintaining a clean and uncluttered pool area, and maintaining a chemically balanced pool.

The YMCA describes its culture as welcoming, genuine, hopeful, nurturing, and determined, with a focus on strengthening communities and supporting people in reaching their potential.

Requirements

• Be at least 16 years old.
• Hold American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification, including CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, and Basic First Aid.
• Ability to maintain certification-level physical and mental readiness.
• Demonstrate lifeguard skills in accordance with YMCA standards.
• Physically perform all skills required of a lifeguard.
• Hear noises and distress signals in the aquatic environment, including in the water and anywhere around the zone of responsibility.
• Remain alert with no lapses of consciousness.
• See and observe all sections of an assigned zone or area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Maintain active surveillance of the pool area.
• Know and review emergency procedures, respond immediately to emergencies in accordance with YMCA policies and procedures, and complete related reports as required.
• Maintain effective, positive relationships with members, participants, and other staff.
• Know, understand, and consistently apply safety rules, policies, and guidelines for the pool and aquatic area.
• Maintain accurate records as required by the YMCA and/or state Health Department code.
• Perform equipment checks and ensure appropriate equipment is available as needed.
• Check the pool for hazardous conditions upon arrival.
• Attend all staff meetings and in-service training.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed